1985 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Omni | 1984 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Omni | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |